Body Quote by A. B. Simpson
“I would rather play with forked lightning, or take in my hand living wires with their fiery current, than to speak a reckless word against any servant of Christ, or idly repeat the slanderous darts which thousands of Christians are hurling on others, to the hurt of their own souls and bodies.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Voice of the Spirit, 1875
The author prefers confronting dangerous, vivid truths over speaking careless slander against fellow believers, highlighting the harm of reckless words.
In simple terms: Choose bold truth over harmful gossip.
Key Takeaway
Speak truth, avoid harmful gossip.
Themes
integrity
speech
faith
Mood
serious
reflective
Type
ethical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- church community
- public discourse
- personal conscience
Key Concepts
ethical communication
spiritual honesty
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you confront falsehood without causing division?
- What responsibilities do believers have in their speech?
A Different Perspective
Speaking boldly can cause conflict or backlash.
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